Headache
SYMPTOMS
Neck pain that radiates to the back of the head
Pain in the forehead, eyes, temples, ears or face
Discomfort with neck movements and sustained postures
Radiating pain in the arms
Decreased ability to move head and neck
Changes in neck muscle contour, texture, tone or abnormal tenderness of neck muscles
Daily activity limitations
Dizziness
Tension that builds through the day
Pressure in the head, face, neck
Migraines
SYMPTOMS
Typically pain on one side of the head
Severe throbbing or pulsing sensation
Nausea
Vomiting
Extreme sensitivity to light and sound
Vision disturbance
Pain last for hours or days
Aura warning (blind spots, tingling, flashes)
Prodrome (stiffness, mood change,cravings)
Postdrome (confusion, moodiness, weakness)
Treatment
Myofascial Release
Positional Release
Trigger Point Dry Needling
Cranio-Sacral Therapy
Joint Mobilization
Soft Tissue Massage
Cervical Strengthening/Stabilization
Balance Training
Postural Education and Body Mechanics
Ultrasound
Electric Stimulation
Dietary Considerations
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